{"id":"polygon","title":"Polygon","content":"**Polygon** is the leading [Ethereum](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ethereum) scaling solution. It was founded by [Sandeep Nailwal](https://iq.wiki/wiki/sandeep-nailwal), [Jaynti Kanani](https://iq.wiki/wiki/jaynti-kanani), [Anurag Arjun](https://iq.wiki/wiki/anurag-arjun), and [Mihailo Bjelic](https://iq.wiki/wiki/mihailo-bjelic). Polygon has achieved scale by utilizing sidechains for off-chain computation while ensuring asset security using the Plasma framework and a decentralized network of [Proof-of-Stake (PoS)](https://iq.wiki/wiki/proof-of-stake) validators. [\\[1\\]](#cite-id-qn4ekiis2e9)[\\[61\\]](#cite-id-2YYC1YbiibESP6Lx) As of August 2022, more than 37,000 dapps already use Polygon architecture. [\\[20\\]](#cite-id-uked4dqwqgk)\n\n$$widget0 [YOUTUBE@VID](IijtdpAtOt0)$$\n\nIn February 2022, Polygon raised about $450 million through a private sale of its native [MATIC](https://iq.wiki/wiki/matic) token in a funding round led by Sequoia Capital India.[\\[15\\]](#cite-id-rm4zaxgwb8)\n\nIn June 2022, Polygon was chosen by Disney to participate in the 2022 Disney Accelerator, a business development program designed to accelerate the growth of innovative companies from around the world. 2022 Disney Accelerator class is focused on building the future of immersive experiences and specializes in technologies such as augmented reality (AR), [non-fungible tokens (NFTs)](https://iq.wiki/wiki/non-fungible-token-nft), and artificial intelligence (AI) characters.[\\[15\\]](#cite-id-rm4zaxgwb8)\n\nShortly after, the Polygon ream revealed zkEVM, the first EVM-equivalent of Layer 2 ZK (zero-knowledge). [\\[17\\]](#cite-id-f4phipgfaz)\n\n# Overview\n\nFounded in 2017, Polygon (Previously Matic Network) is a protocol and a framework for building and connecting Ethereum-compatible [blockchain](https://iq.wiki/wiki/blockchain) networks. Polygon solves problems associated with blockchains, like high gas fees and slow speeds, without lowering security.[\\[62\\]](#cite-id-kRMiE1dwiQgaF2Cu)[\\[63\\]](#cite-id-iRWuXRxeLZ5gcM6R)\n\nIn September 2023, the Korean asset manager Mirae Asset Securities partnered up with Polygon Labs to develop a tokenized securities network. Polygon Labs will serve as a technical consultant within The Mirae Asset Security Token Working Group, an initiative focused on establishing the necessary infrastructure for the issuance, exchange, and distribution of tokenized securities. [\\[41\\]](#cite-id-nnbllxf7i48)\n\nIn September 2023, the first major upgrade of Polygon zkEVM, known as Dragon Fruit or ForkID5, was deployed on [Mainnet](https://iq.wiki/wiki/mainnet) Beta. This update included support for the latest EVM opcode, marking Polygon zkEVM as the first [Ethereum](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ethereum) Layer 2 solution to incorporate PUSH0 functionality. [\\[49\\]](#cite-id-w9qgs3wc55b)\n\nIn August 2023, Num Finance, a [stablecoin](https://iq.wiki/wiki/stablecoin) issuer, introduced a new digital token pegged to the Colombian peso on the Polygon network. Named nCOP, this token is characterized by over-collateralization through reserve assets. [\\[42\\]](#cite-id-o2rutod70nh)\n\nIn August 2023, Polygon introduced a developer toolkit designed to help developers The Chain Development Kit (CDK) is an open-source codebase available to developers for constructing customizable layer 2 chains utilizing Polygon’s ZK technology. These chains will be linked through a ZK-powered bridge, ensuring interoperability. Polygon has referred to this collective framework as the \"Value Layer.\" [\\[43\\]](#cite-id-vm9hbx2wprb)\n\nPolygon stated in a tweet during August that [Matter Labs](https://iq.wiki/wiki/matter-labs), the entity responsible for zkSync rollup, replicated a portion of Polygon's open-source code without giving proper credit. [Matter Labs](https://iq.wiki/wiki/matter-labs) refuted the claims, asserting that the code in question was duly acknowledged in a conspicuous manner at the beginning of one of the pertinent files. [\\[44\\]](#cite-id-b9avektmr4n)\n\nIn July 2023, Polygon Labs developers proposed a reorganization of the governance mechanism for the upcoming Polygon 2.0 roadmap, aiming to implement multiple layer-2 solutions on the network. The developers stated that the new governance framework would consist of \"three primary pillars”: the expansion of the Polygon Improvement Proposal (PIP) framework, a System Smart Contracts Governance pillar, and a Community Treasury governance mechanism. [\\[45\\]](#cite-id-uet3yhuoly)\n\nIn June 2023, Polygon introduced Polygon Copilot, an AI Interface powered by ChatGPT to assist developers in obtaining analytics and insights for applications operation on Polygon. Polygon Copilot offers three distinct tiers (beginner, advanced, and degen) designed to accommodate users based on their familiarity and comfort level with the interface. [\\[46\\]](#cite-id-8e0wpafoxcf)\n\nPolygon 2.0, released in June 2023, introduced three Polygon Improvement Proposals (PIPs). The published PIPs outline the technical specifics for Phase 0 of constructing a network of interconnected zero-knowledge-powered L2 chains to enhance Ethereum's scalability. These proposals cover details such as the transition plan, specifications for the upgraded token in the Polygon 2.0 architecture, and updates to the Polygon PoS native token. [\\[48\\]](#cite-id-h36twxzjhl)\n\n## Matic Network\n\nInitially, the platform was launched as Matic Network in 2017 with a vision to help create a better, open world, primarily by improving [Ethereum](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ethereum) infrastructure. During three years, the team has implemented and offered Matic Plasma Chains, a production-ready [Ethereum](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ethereum) [Layer 2](https://iq.wiki/wiki/layer-2). They also implemented and offered Matic PoS Chain, a permissionless, EVM-compatible, PoS-secured [Ethereum](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ethereum) sidechain that relies on [Ethereum](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ethereum) security for validator staking and checkpoints. During these years, Matic onboarded more than 80 applications, including Polymarket, [Aavegotchi](https://iq.wiki/wiki/aavegotchi), [Neon District](https://iq.wiki/wiki/neon-district), [SkyWeaver](https://iq.wiki/wiki/skyweaver), Cometh, EasyFi with more being added. [\\[3\\]](#cite-id-o0ci3scdaqh)\n\n## Polygon\n\nIn February 2021, Matic Network revealed it became Polygon, the first well-structured, easy-to-use platform for [Ethereum](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ethereum) scaling and infrastructure development. [\\[3\\]](#cite-id-o0ci3scdaqh)\n\nPolygon differs from its predecessor in that its approach is now multi-faceted. Polygon seeks to transform [Ethereum](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ethereum) into a true multi-chain ecosystem that benefits from all kinds of Layer-2 scalability, not just the initial implementations provided by the Matic Network. Polygon presents a suite of solutions to Ethereum’s scalability crisis - hence the ‘poly’ portion of the project’s updated nomenclature. Polygon still deals primarily with sidechain connectivity and runs its main PoS chain as of April 2021, but it has plans to expand its toolbox to include other Layer-2 solutions like zkRollups and Optimistic Rollups, standalone sidechains, enterprise chains, shared security chains, as well as interchain communication protocols. As such, Polygon describes itself as a Swiss Army knife of [Ethereum](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ethereum) scaling and infrastructure development. [\\[11\\]](#cite-id-zu9sdeq8eto)\n\nIn May 2021, blockchain data for Polygon arrived on the Google Cloud Platform. Integration with Google BigQuery enables developers to analyze on-chain data on Polygon in a more simple way. With the BigQuery support, Polygon's datasets have been listed in the Google Cloud Marketplace under the public financial services category. Potential benefits of the integration are said to include the monitoring of gas fees and smart contracts and determining the most popular tokens or applications on the network. [\\[5\\]](#cite-id-zc2inadhp6)\n\nIn August 2022, more than 37,000 [decentralized apps (dApps)](https://iq.wiki/wiki/decentralized-application-dapp) have been built on Polygon, according to the most recent data from Alchemy[\\[21\\]](#cite-id-v2ounq1vzb), the world's leading [Web3](https://iq.wiki/wiki/web3) development platform. That represents a fourfold increase since the beginning of 2022 and almost twice as many as there were in March 2022.[\\[20\\]](#cite-id-uked4dqwqgk)\n\n$$widget0 [YOUTUBE@VID](2-uu9yrVaDE)$$\n\n# Tech\n\nPolygon's architecture can best be defined as a four-layer system composed of the [Ethereum](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ethereum) layer, security layer, Polygon networks layer, and execution layer. [\\[11\\]](#cite-id-zu9sdeq8eto)\n\nThe [Ethereum](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ethereum) layer is essentially a set of [smart contracts](https://iq.wiki/wiki/smart-contract) which are implemented on [Ethereum](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ethereum). These smart contracts handle things like transaction finality, staking, and communication between [Ethereum](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ethereum) and the various Polygon chains. The security layer runs side by side with [Ethereum](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ethereum) and provides a \"validators as a service\" role which allows chains to benefit from an additional layer of security. Both the [Ethereum](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ethereum) and Security layers are optional.\n\nBeyond this, there are two mandatory layers. The first is the Polygon networks layer, which is the ecosystem of blockchain networks built on Polygon. Each of these has its own community and is responsible for handling local consensus and producing blocks. The second is the Execution layer, which is Polygon's [Ethereum](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ethereum) Virtual Machine (EVM) implementation used for executing smart contracts.\n\nPolygon uses a variety of technologies to achieve this expanded vision, these include:\n\n* POS Chain: Polygon's main chain is an [Ethereum](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ethereum) sidechain known as the Matic POS Chain, which adds a Proof-of-Stake (POS) security layer to blockchains launched on Polygon.\n* Plasma Chains: Polygon makes use of a scaling technology known as Plasma to move assets between the root chain and child chains via Plasma bridges.\n* ZK-rollups: An alternative scaling solution used to bundle a large number of transfers off-chain into a single transaction, using zero-knowledge proofs for the final public record on the [Ethereum](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ethereum) main chain.\n* Optimistic rollups: A solution that runs on top of [Ethereum](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ethereum) to facilitate near-instant transactions through the use of \"fraud proofs\".\n\n$$widget0 [YOUTUBE@VID](f7F67ZP9fsE)$$\n\n# Google Cloud joins as a Validator\n\nOn September 2023, Tech giant Google Cloud has recently become a [validator](https://iq.wiki/wiki/validator) node operator on the Polygon [proof-of-stake](https://iq.wiki/wiki/proof-of-stake) blockchain network. Both Polygon and Google made the announcement, revealing that Google Cloud has joined a decentralized group of over 100 validators responsible for securing the [Ethereum](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ethereum) scaling platform.\n\nIn a tweet, Polygon mentioned that their network now utilizes the same infrastructure powering various Google services such as Gmail and YouTube to validate transactions. This collaboration emphasizes Google's renowned reputation for security and reliability, providing an additional layer of protection for users.[\\[47\\]](#cite-id-z0qaao8sgsi)\n\n# Use Cases\n\n## Payments\n\nThe Polygon crypto platform is designed to allow decentralized applications (DApps) to speed up payments, enabling nearly instant payment settlement through a specialized application programming interface (API) and software development kit (SDK) integration. This process allows dApps, merchants, and users to instantly accept or pay in any type of cryptocurrency, though usually in [ERC-20](https://iq.wiki/wiki/erc-20) tokens or [Ethereum](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ethereum) (ETH). This system is being rolled out in three distinct phases:\n\n1. [Ethereum](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ethereum) (ETH) and ERC-20 token payments.\n2. Cross-chain multi-asset token transfers and payments utilizing atomic swaps in partnership with liquidity providers.\n3. Fiat-based payment system employing fiat liquidity providers. [\\[10\\]](#cite-id-femyuex19xn)\n\n## Lending Platform\n\nPolygon is building a mechanism to allow merchants to analyze the credit ratings of users who have signed up to use the platform by assessing their transaction history. This functionality is carried out in partnership with Dharma.io. The leading lending protocol [Aave ($AAVE)](https://iq.wiki/wiki/aave) has more than $1 billion liquidity locked on its Polygon markets with more than 8000 users. [\\[10\\]](#cite-id-femyuex19xn)\n\n## Games\n\nPolygon’s Layer-2 sidechain scaling solution stands to make [blockchain](https://iq.wiki/wiki/blockchain)-based gaming faster and perform better. [Blockchain](https://iq.wiki/wiki/blockchain) gaming lags behind traditional PC and console gaming systems because of poor transaction speed and high network latency. With Polygon’s Commit Chain scaling technology and the [Ethereum](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ethereum) network working together, developers and gamers will be able to build and play games more effectively. Polygon's ability to help grow the [blockchain](https://iq.wiki/wiki/blockchain) gaming industry could not come at a better time, as Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) and NFT marketplaces are driving the popularity of the [blockchain](https://iq.wiki/wiki/blockchain) and crypto industry at large, with many gamers buying, selling, and trading different types of in-game NFTs. Top gaming and NFT dapps like [Aavegotchi](https://iq.wiki/wiki/aavegotchi), [Neon District](https://iq.wiki/wiki/neon-district), [Zed Run](https://iq.wiki/wiki/zed-run), and Cometh have scaled their user experiences with Polygon. [\\[10\\]](#cite-id-femyuex19xn)\n\n## Other Use Cases\n\nPolygon is also built for many other use cases, like helping realize the fast settlement times needed to allow decentralized exchanges (DEXs) to offer users faster and cheaper trading. [QuickSwap](https://iq.wiki/wiki/quickswap), [Dfyn](https://iq.wiki/wiki/dfyn), and ComethSwap are some of the Polygon DEXs that are witnessing high volumes and user activity. Protocols like [Curve Finance](https://iq.wiki/wiki/curve-finance) and mStable have also ensured low cost and low slippage [stablecoin](https://iq.wiki/wiki/stablecoin) swaps. Additionally, Polygon’s plasma scaling solution is able to expedite cross-chain atomic swaps of tokenized and non-tokenized assets. Most dApps need a way to sign transactions without submitting private keys due to user privacy concerns. Because of its scalability enhancements, Polygon helps enable an open identity framework for dApp design and use. [\\[10\\]](#cite-id-femyuex19xn)\n\n# MATIC Token\n\nMATIC is an [ERC-20](https://iq.wiki/wiki/erc-20) token running on the [Ethereum](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ethereum) blockchain. The tokens are used for payment services on Polygon and as a settlement currency between users who operate within the Polygon ecosystem.\n\nAt its initial private sale in 2017, 3.8 percent of MATIC's max supply was issued. In the April 2019 launchpad sale, another 19 percent of the total supply was sold at $0.00263 per token to generate $5 million.\n\nThe remaining MATIC tokens are distributed as follows:\n\n* Team tokens: 16 percent of the total supply.\n* Advisors tokens: 4 percent of the total supply.\n* Network Operations tokens: 12 percent of the total supply.\n* [Foundation](https://iq.wiki/wiki/foundation) tokens: 21.86 percent of the total supply.\n* Ecosystem tokens: 23.33 percent of the total supply.\n\nAccording to the release schedule, all the tokens will be released by December 2022. [\\[12\\]](#cite-id-m5tesx1mih)\n\n## Matic Wallet\n\nMATIC can be stored in the Matic Wallet, instantly giving holders the option to stake their tokens and manage their own investments directly. Matic Wallet is designed using Polygon’s MoreVP technology as an easy-to-use solution for MATIC token holders to securely and simply manage their crypto finances. The wallet is to integrate with WalletConnect to ensure the safekeeping of a user’s private keys, and to provide access to other Polygon features. The wallet also allows users to connect with various dApps, stake their MATIC tokens, and hold other ERC-20 tokens.\n\n## Polygon ID\n\nPolygon ID offers advanced privacy that can still run on a user’s device on the blockchain while offering protection from tracking, targeting, and surveillance. Polygon ID is also a complete platform that can be used to construct a variety of identity and trust services, be it birth certificates, driver's licenses or resident permits. Polygon ID has applications for different models of decentralized governance, including sybil-resistant liquid democracies, quadratic voting schemas, and reputation-based governance that encompasses decentralized sybil resistance scoring, improved representation, and domain-expertise reputation. The technology can also be used to power private and censorship-resistant P2P communication and interactions.[\\[15\\]](#cite-id-rm4zaxgwb8)\n\nAs of April 2022, Polygon ID is still under development. The solution will be structured as a set of tools, platform services and examples for developers to learn, test and integrate with their apps or dApps leveraging Polygon ID’s unique on-chain capabilities.[\\[15\\]](#cite-id-rm4zaxgwb8)\n\n$$widget0 [YOUTUBE@VID](SKY-FMv_kko)$$\n\n## Upgrade to POL\n\nIn July 2023, Polygon Labs announced a proposal to upgrade the MATIC token to POL. POL is intended to be the native token of Polygon. [\\[26\\]](#cite-id-x34v6eterkp)\n\nThe POL token would have an initial supply of 10 billion tokens that is entirely dedicated to the migration of MATIC for POL. The digital asset has a yearly emission rate of 2% which would be used for validator incentives and community treasury. [\\[26\\]](#cite-id-x34v6eterkp)\n\nThe layer2 network projected POL’s price during a 10-year growth scenario to an average of $5, adding that the ecosystem could see up to 25 public chains and more than 3000 supernets if it is heavily adopted during this period. Additionally, Polygon stated that POL holders would act as validators for multiple chains, and each chain can offer validators various roles and corresponding rewards. [\\[26\\]](#cite-id-x34v6eterkp)\n\nMATIC holders would be allowed to upgrade their holdings to POL at a 1:1 ratio for a prolonged period. The protocol stated that MATIC and POL would not and can not coexist, adding that “POL can only replace MATIC.” [\\[26\\]](#cite-id-x34v6eterkp)\n\n## POL Token Contract Launch\n\nOn October 25, 2023, Polygon Labs launched the [Ethereum](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ethereum) contract for the new Polygon token, POL. [\\[54\\]](#cite-id-nai56bs9ond)\n\n> \"POL, a next-generation hyperproductive token, will power a vast ecosystem of zero knowledge-based Layer 2 chains via a native re-staking protocol that allows POL holders to validate multiple chains and perform multiple roles on each of those chains (sequencing, ZK proof generation, participation in data availability committees, etc.)\" - the blog post mentioned\n\nThe contract address for the POL token on [Ethereum](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ethereum) is 0x455e53CBB86018Ac2B8092FdCd39d8444aFFC3F6. [\\[55\\]](#cite-id-p184w51y5l)\n\nThe launch of the token will enable the implementation of other components of the Polygon 2.0 roadmap. This includes introducing a new staking layer for the Polygon ecosystem, upgrading the current proof-of-stake (PoS) network to zkEVM layer-2, and creating a shared liquidity protocol for all Polygon networks. [\\[56\\]](#cite-id-xi83ksoheo)\n\n## MATIC-POL Migration Begins\n\nThe Polygon proof-of-stake (PoS) network is set to replace its original [MATIC](https://iq.wiki/wiki/matic) token with POL (POL) tokens following an upgrade slated for September 4, 2024. The POL upgrade initially went live on the Polygon testnet on July 17, 2024. [\\[57\\]](#cite-id-ahq084uev9)\n\nIn the initial phase of the mainnet launch, the POL tokens will replace MATIC as the native gas and staking token for Polygon PoS. However, the Polygon community sees greater potential in its new “future-proof native token.” According to community consensus, POL will support a broader role in the upcoming Polygon staking hub in 2025, which includes block generation, zero-knowledge proof generation, and participation in Data Availability Committees (DACs). [\\[57\\]](#cite-id-ahq084uev9)\n\nAccording to the announcement shared with [Cointelegraph](https://iq.wiki/wiki/cointelegraph), MATIC holders on Polygon PoS will be automatically upgraded to POL without intervention. However, MATIC holders on [Ethereum](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ethereum), Polygon zkEVM, or [centralized exchanges](https://iq.wiki/wiki/cex-centralized-exchange) will need to either bridge, update [smart contracts](https://iq.wiki/wiki/smart-contract), or use a migration contract for a manual upgrade. The announcement added:\n\n> “If users don’t update RPC settings in a wallet ([MetaMask](https://iq.wiki/wiki/metamask), Rabby, Zerion, etc.), the wallet may still display “MATIC” instead of “POL” as the token symbol for the native gas token for the Polygon PoS chain.”\n\n# Projects\n\nA few of the 37,000 dapps that use Polygon architecture include:\n\n* [QuickSwap](https://iq.wiki/wiki/quickswap) (QUICK): permissionless Decentralized Exchange (DEX).\n* [IQ.wiki](https://iq.wiki/wiki/iqwiki) ([IQ](https://iq.wiki/wiki/iq)): cryptocurrency encyclopedia\n* [Aavegotchi](https://iq.wiki/wiki/aavegotchi): DeFi based crypto-collectibles game; players stake NFT’s with interest generating tokens in the [Aavegotchi](https://iq.wiki/wiki/aavegotchi) [Metaverse](https://iq.wiki/wiki/metaverse).\n* [Frax Finance](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frax-finance), the leading algorithmic stablecoin protocol.\n* Decentral Games (DG): Casino-style games built in the [Decentraland](https://iq.wiki/wiki/decentraland) metaverse, where you can play your favorite card games with your chosen avatar.\n* SportX (SX): Place your bets on your favorite sporting events with SportX and earn more with weekly contests on this popular sports betting platform.\n* EasyFi (EASY): A fork of [Compound](https://iq.wiki/wiki/compound) that brings multiple DeFi products under one roof with lending, borrowing, staking, and more available in one decentralized application (DApp).\n* [Neon District](https://iq.wiki/wiki/neon-district): Cyberpunk RPG adventure game that allows players to battle it out in a sci-fi dystopia and win in-game NFT’s.\n* Polymarket: One of the most popular Prediction Markets in the blockchain space, Polymarket has redefined the space with its smooth UX.\n\nSome projects utilizing Polygon include [OpenSea](https://iq.wiki/wiki/opensea), [Decentraland](https://iq.wiki/wiki/decentraland), [1INCH](https://iq.wiki/wiki/1inch), [Beefy.Finance (BIFI)](https://iq.wiki/wiki/beefyfinance), [Atari](https://iq.wiki/wiki/atari), [Zora](https://iq.wiki/wiki/zora) (NFT Marketplace) and others. [\\[13\\]](#cite-id-a1yjij576si)\n\n# Polygon ZK\n\nPolygon developed a collection of zero-knowledge rollups (ZK rollups) to increase throughput on [Ethereum](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ethereum) without sacrificing decentralization or security. ZK rollups process transactions off-chain and reduce computation on the base layer to achieve scalability. Polygon has already created four ZK rollups, including Zero, Hermez, Miden, and Nightfall. [\\[16\\]](#cite-id-exf3o1q6nvu)\n\nIn July 2022, Polygon announced zkEVM, a proprietary [Ethereum](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ethereum)-compatible scaling solution. As with any other ZK-based scaling solution, zkEVM is a Layer-2 protocol that rolls up a large batch of transactions and “proves” all of them to [Ethereum](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ethereum) with a single ZK validity proof. The team has also open-sourced the code for Polygon zkEVM. [\\[17\\]](#cite-id-f4phipgfaz)\n\nIn March 2023, Polygon announced the mainnet launch for its zkEVM offering after its testnet launch last October. [\\[22\\]](#cite-id-5narmvxvs6o)\n\n> “zkEVM can be recognized as the ‘holy grail’ of blockchain scaling. It offers simultaneously three very important features. First is scalability. The second one is security. And the third one is EVM equivalency, or EVM compatibility. All three are equally important.”\n\n* [Mihailo Bjelic](https://iq.wiki/wiki/mihailo-bjelic), Co-founder at Polygon\n\nDuring the announcement ceremony of the new zkEVM, co-founder of [Ethereum](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ethereum) [Vitalik Buterin](https://iq.wiki/wiki/vitalik-buterin) initiated the first transaction on the platform, which was broadcast live on ETHGlobal. The transaction was successful, with Buterin sending 0.005 ETH to a random address, accompanied by a message referencing Neil Armstrong's famous first words on the moon. The message read \"A few million constraints for man, unconstrained scalability for mankind.\" The event marked a milestone for the Polygon team and the broader [Ethereum](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ethereum) community, as the zkEVM promises to greatly improve the scalability and efficiency of the [Ethereum](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ethereum) network. [\\[23\\]](#cite-id-jdimltmqqg)[\\[24\\]](#cite-id-ef24ykgwxm7) [Sandeep Nailwal](https://iq.wiki/wiki/sandeep-nailwal) commented on the event on his Twitter:\n\n> .@VitalikButerin did the symbolic first ever transaction on @0xPolygon #zkEVM and it has a message on it \"Millions of constraints for man, unconstrained scalability for mankind\". Goose bumps!\n\nThe project's co-founder, [Mihailo Bjelic](https://iq.wiki/wiki/mihailo-bjelic), commented:\n\n> “Today’s launch is an incredible milestone and the beginning of a new chapter for blockchain technology, fulfilling Ethereum’s original promise of becoming a true ‘world computer’ and creating a fairer, more egalitarian internet for all.”\n\n$$widget0 [YOUTUBE@VID](el8AS32SMj4)$$\n\nThe launch was congratulated by [Charles Hoskinson](https://iq.wiki/wiki/charles-hoskinson), the founder of [Cardano](https://iq.wiki/wiki/cardano-ada) (ADA). In his tweet, Hoskinson praised the innovation and its potential impact on the wider crypto industry. He also referenced a tweet by Polygon's co-founder [Sandeep Nailwal](https://iq.wiki/wiki/sandeep-nailwal), who had highlighted [Vitalik Buterin](https://iq.wiki/wiki/vitalik-buterin)'s transaction on the network as a significant milestone. [\\[25\\]](#cite-id-fm2nu9y7f3h)\n\n### Dragon Fruit Upgrade\n\nThe dragon fruit upgrade was released in September 2023. The upgrade includes improvements to the network, specifically adding support for the latest [Ethereum](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ethereum) opcode, PUSH0. [\\[50\\]](#cite-id-1w3syth0l8ei)\n\nPUSH0 is the latest EVM opcode, included in the Shanghai hard fork. Once Dragon Fruit is implemented, Polygon zkEVM [Mainnet](https://iq.wiki/wiki/mainnet) Beta will be up to date with the latest version of [Solidity](https://iq.wiki/wiki/solidity), maintaining the rollup’s equivalence with the EVM. [\\[50\\]](#cite-id-1w3syth0l8ei)\n\n# Polygon 2.0\n\nPolygon 2.0 was launched in July 2023 with the vision of “building the Value Layer of the Internet”. Their proposal is based on three pillars: protocol governance, system smart contract governance, and community treasury. [\\[27\\]](#cite-id-rd7ya4dnsqb)\n\n## Protocol Governance\n\nThe PIP (Polygon Improvement Proposal) framework serves as an open coordination platform for the development of Polygon protocols. The PIP framework is operational on the Polygon PoS chain, allowing both internal and external actors to propose upgrades. In Polygon 2.0, the plan is to extend the PIP framework to cover the entire Polygon permissionless stack, providing the community with a formal avenue to research and propose upgrades that could be integrated into protocols. [\\[28\\]](#cite-id-vez2zj89jkq)\n\n## System Smart Contracts Governance\n\nThe proposal suggests introducing the Ecosystem Council as a community-governed body to oversee upgrades of smart contract-based protocol components. These upgrades, though facilitated through the PIP framework, require additional governance due to the nature of [Ethereum](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ethereum) smart contracts. The Ecosystem Council will be accompanied by a tailor-made governance framework, incorporating advanced token holder governance, community veto, and elections to ensure secure and efficient decision-making. The migration to the initial Ecosystem Council will be proposed as a PIP with stringent consensus requirements and reputable members representing the ecosystem. Over time, the governance model will evolve into a fully community-controlled mechanism to ensure continuous upgradeability, and an Ecosystem Council Transparency dashboard will be launched for the community to monitor upgrade transactions and their lifecycle. [\\[28\\]](#cite-id-vez2zj89jkq)\n\n## Community Treasury Governance\n\nThe Community Treasury is envisioned as a self-sustaining ecosystem fund aimed at supporting both public goods and providing assistance to projects and initiatives within the ecosystem. [\\[28\\]](#cite-id-vez2zj89jkq)\n\n## Layers\n\nPolygon 2.0 incorporates a four-layered structure: [\\[29\\]](#cite-id-p4m9vrvdypb)\n\n**1. Staking Layer:** This layer consists of a \"validator manager\" contract on the [Ethereum](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ethereum) blockchain and a \"chain manager\" for each Polygon chain. Its primary function is to manage the registry of validators, process their requests, and handle slashing events. [\\[29\\]](#cite-id-p4m9vrvdypb)\n\n**2. Interoperability Layer:** Building upon the staking layer, the interoperability layer establishes connections between all Polygon chains using bridges. It features an aggregator that combines zero-knowledge proofs into a single proof transmitted to the [Ethereum](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ethereum) blockchain. [\\[29\\]](#cite-id-p4m9vrvdypb)\n\n**3. Execution Layer:** The execution layer enables Polygon chains to process blocks in a manner similar to [Ethereum](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ethereum). It encompasses various components such as P2P (peer-to-peer) networking, consensus mechanisms, mempool databases, and witness generators. [\\[29\\]](#cite-id-p4m9vrvdypb)\n\n**4. Proving Layer:** This layer is responsible for generating proofs for internal and cross-chain transactions on each Polygon chain. It includes the \"common prover\" for proof aggregation and verification, the \"state machine\" that simulates the execution environment, and a \"constructor\" for developers. [\\[29\\]](#cite-id-p4m9vrvdypb)\n\n## Commemorative NFT\n\nIn July 2023, Polygon announced a commemorative open edition NFT for the launch of Polygon 2.0. Minting was facilitated through Suku on Twitter. [\\[30\\]](#cite-id-d8yyawgtyqt)\n\n# Polygon Miden\n\nPolygon Miden is a [zero-knowledge roll-up](https://iq.wiki/wiki/zk-rollup) platform built on the Miden VM. With Polygon Miden, users can develop high-throughput and private applications using modern smart contract languages like Move/Sway. The platform targets developers interested in creating high-throughput and private decentralized applications (dApps). As a general-purpose rollup, Miden allows developers to write and deploy diverse smart contracts as per their requirements. It was released in June 2023. [\\[31\\]](#cite-id-cfvz3ejwwm4)\n\n# India's Crypto COVID Relief Fund\n\n[Sandeep Nailwal](https://iq.wiki/wiki/sandeep-nailwal), the co-founder of Polygon, took to Twitter on April 24, 2021, to announce the creation of a crypto COVID-19 relief fund to help those in need.[\\[64\\]](#cite-id-m4DvOdafiUyC1yDa)\n\nOn May 13, [Vitalik Buterin](https://iq.wiki/wiki/vitalik-buterin), the founder of the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency [Ethereum](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ethereum) (ETH), donated around $1 billion to India’s Covid Crypto Relief Fund. [\\[14\\]](#cite-id-vclwwbe7iq)\n\nButerin transferred 500 ETH and 50 trillion [Shiba Inu](https://iq.wiki/wiki/shiba-inu) coins into the fund. Besides Buterin, Australian cricketer Brett Lee also donated one [Bitcoin](https://iq.wiki/wiki/bitcoin) (BTC) to India's Crypto Covid Relief Fund on April 28, 2021.\n\nApart from [Ethereum](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ethereum) (ETH), [Shiba Inu](https://iq.wiki/wiki/shiba-inu) coins, and [Bitcoin](https://iq.wiki/wiki/bitcoin) (BTC), the fund is accepting donations in other cryptocurrencies including [Ripple](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ripple-labs), [Dogecoin](https://iq.wiki/wiki/dogecoin), and TRON. In a bid to keep the fund accountable and transparent, Nailwal made a Google sheet to maintain a record of those who are donating cryptocurrencies. This, according to him, will be helpful if “needed for regulatory filings.”\n\nThe cryptocurrencies received by the fund are being converted to the Indian rupee to buy oxygen, food, vaccines, and other medical kits. To convert these cryptocurrencies into domestic currency, Nailwal has reached out to India’s biggest exchanges like [WazirX](https://iq.wiki/wiki/wazirx), [CoinDCX](https://iq.wiki/wiki/coindcx), and Bitbns. And to meet regulatory compliance, he has also enlisted the help of top chartered accountants and auditors in India.\n\n$$widget0 [YOUTUBE@VID](null)$$\n\n# Ahmedabad Upgrade Live on Mainnet\n\nThe Ahmedabad upgrade went live on the mainnet on September 25, 2024. Collectively, this upgrade improved developer and user experience by:\n\n* Changing token symbol on Polygon PoS from MATIC to POL, as well as WMATIC to WPOL;\n* Enabling developers to build more complex contract deployments and logics with increased code size, from 24KB to 32KB \n* Saving stuck bridge transactions by allowing a replay of failed state syncs, improving observability of the network’s plasma bridge. [\\[59\\]](#cite-id-079dj7yie3bs)\n\nThe Ahmedabad Hardfork (PIP-37) includes three Polygon Improvement Proposals: PIP-30: Increase Max Code Size, PIP-36: Replay Failed State Syncs, and PIP-45: Token Symbol Change. [\\[59\\]](#cite-id-079dj7yie3bs)\n\n# Partnerships\n\n## Polygon x Nothing\n\nOn July 5, 2022, Polygon disclosed its collaboration with Nothing, a British tech start-up recognized for their Nothing Ear (1) product. This partnership encompasses the incorporation of Polygon into Nothing's range of products. The integration with Nothing's upcoming smartphone, the Phone (1), features an NFT loyalty program, enabling users to access exclusive content and branded merchandise. [\\[32\\]](#cite-id-mbxg245a98n)\n\n## Polygon x Disney\n\nOn July 14, 2021, Disney announced it had selected Polygon, alongside Lockerverse and Flickplay, to join its Accelerator program — which aims to develop technologies to create new storytelling experiences.Expanding on this, Disney said the Accelerator program intends to make use of new technologies, including augmented reality, non-fungible tokens, and artificial intelligence characters.[\\[18\\]](#cite-id-024od2wkpunh)\n\nMATIC jumped 20% on the news to close the day at $0.71 while also lifting its price decisively above the 50-day moving average for the first time since late March.[\\[18\\]](#cite-id-024od2wkpunh)[\\[19\\]](#cite-id-265z6zscvtz)\n\n$$widget0 [YOUTUBE@VID](_V8GPMSTgmE)$$\n\n## Polygon x Mercedes-Benz\n\nIn August 2022, Polygon and Daimler South East Asia, a subsidiary of the Mercedes-Benz Group, introduced Acentrik, a data-sharing platform that allows businesses to engage in decentralized data trading. [\\[33\\]](#cite-id-d6wztw0bbq)[\\[34\\]](#cite-id-5j0yyqkhe2v)\n\nAcentrik is designed for corporate users, implementing strict access controls like the Know Your Business (KYB) protocol. Instead of data being stored directly on the blockchain, each dataset is represented by a NFT with an associated metadata hash for easy reference and management. [\\[33\\]](#cite-id-d6wztw0bbq)[\\[34\\]](#cite-id-5j0yyqkhe2v)\n\n## Polygon x Starbucks\n\nIn September 2022, Starbucks announced its partnership with Polygon in building Starbucks Odyssey. Through this partnership, Starbucks Rewards members and employees (partners) will be able to earn and purchase digital collectible stamps in the form of NFTs. [\\[35\\]](#cite-id-eunuw9cdjm)\n\n> “Building Starbucks Odyssey using technology that aligns with our sustainability aspirations and commitments is a top priority. We took a very thoughtful and thorough approach when evaluating which blockchain to utilize and Polygon’s fast, low-cost, and carbon-neutral network is the perfect foundation for our first digital community,” - Ryan Butz, vp of loyalty, strategy and marketing for Starbucks.\n\n## Polygon x Nike\n\nIn November 2022, Nike announced the launch of .Swoosh, a [web3](https://iq.wiki/wiki/web3) platform offering Polygon-based NFTs. Nike plans to use the platform as a central hub for launching virtual apparel, including items like t-shirts and sneakers designed for avatars in [Web3](https://iq.wiki/wiki/web3) games. The company also aims to employ [Web3](https://iq.wiki/wiki/web3) technology to enable users to access real-world benefits, such as exclusive physical apparel or opportunities to interact with professional athletes. [\\[36\\]](#cite-id-roe3zxbvrmf)\n\n## Polygon x Google Cloud\n\nAt Consensus 2023, Google Cloud and Polygon Labs have revealed a multi-year strategic partnership aimed at expediting the adoption of fundamental Polygon protocols. These include Polygon PoS, Polygon Supernets, and Polygon zkEVM, all integrated with Google Cloud infrastructure and developer tools. [\\[37\\]](#cite-id-womqstwmd3)\n\n## Polygon x Flipkart x Hang\n\nIn June 2023, Polygon Labs unveiled a collaborative effort with Flipkart, a notable digital commerce platform in India, and Hang, a loyalty platform, to create a distinctive loyalty program. Dubbed FireDrops 2.0 and driven by Hang's loyalty platform, this initiative seeks to transform how users interact with brands. Its objective is to offer millions of Flipkart users gratifying experiences, encouraging loyalty to brands through gamification. [\\[38\\]](#cite-id-52vacfsikm)\n\n## Polygon x Warner Music Group\n\nWarner Music Group (WMG), a global entertainment company, announced a collaboration with Polygon Labs to introduce a music accelerator program. This initiative is designed to facilitate the integration of the next wave of [blockchain](https://iq.wiki/wiki/blockchain) music projects and decentralized applications onto the Polygon network. Selected projects will receive financial support from both WMG and Polygon Labs. Additionally, they will have access to mentorship and networking resources provided by professionals in the music and [blockchain](https://iq.wiki/wiki/blockchain) sectors. [\\[40\\]](#cite-id-ep1jcwiblh4)\n\n> \"By supporting companies and entrepreneurs at the intersection of [Web3](https://iq.wiki/wiki/web3) and music, we aim to encourage a new era of innovation for the music industry,\" - Ryan Wyatt, president of Polygon Labs\n\n## Polygon x Uptrip\n\nIn August 2023, Polygon announced its collaboration with Uptrip, a loyalty platform from Lufthansa Innovation Hub. Uptrip offers a system where travelers receive NFT trading cards for each flight they take, turning their trips into collections of experiences. Completing different collections unlocks specific rewards, such as access to business lounges, free miles, and elevated traveler status. Users can choose from a variety of cards representing cities, airplanes, and special flight experiences. [\\[39\\]](#cite-id-4yapo3xd5yn)\n\n## Polygon x Courtyard\n\nPolygon partnered with Courtyard to enable on-chain Pokemon card trading. The value of the Pokemon card market is set to be around $4.6 billion. The collaboration between Polygon and Courtyard introduces a verification mechanism to authenticate that each digital Pokémon card corresponds accurately to its tangible original. [\\[51\\]](#cite-id-t9x6b9sg8hp)\n\n## Polygon x SK Telecom\n\nIn August 2023, Polygon partnered with South Korean mobile industry leader SK Telecom. The collaboration aims to advance [Web3](https://iq.wiki/wiki/web3) ecosystems and support promising startups through incubation. The two companies will facilitate the entry of global startups into South Korea and allow the introduction of leading global decentralized apps (dApps) into the domestic Korean market. [\\[52\\]](#cite-id-edb38nto8h)\n\nSK Telecom's NFT marketplace, TopPort, will soon integrate with the Polygon (MATIC) blockchain. This integration will enable TopPort users to create NFTs on the Polygon network. These NFTs will also be compatible with other NFT platforms within the Polygon ecosystem. SK Telecom's upcoming web3 wallet, scheduled for release in the second half of 2023, will also be compatible with the Polygon network and feature NFT trading. [\\[52\\]](#cite-id-edb38nto8h)\n\n## Polygon x Casio\n\nCasio announced its plans to launch the virtual G-SHOCK project, an interactive user community aimed at connecting the G-SHOCK line of shock-resistant watches with its global user base. As part of this initiative, 15,000 limited-edition G-SHOCK Creator Pass NFTs were set to be distributed. These NFTs would be exclusively minted on the Polygon blockchain, with distribution scheduled to start on September 23, 2023. [\\[53\\]](#cite-id-fbtzabtttap)\n\n## Polygon Labs Acquires Toposware\n\nIn June 2024, Toposware joined Polygon Labs in an acquisition to help push the ZK community forward. The Toposware team integrated with the existing Polygon ZK development teams to further drive innovation across all technological fronts, including the AggLayer, Polygon CDK, Polygon zkEVM, and eventually Polygon PoS, pending community approval, to an upgrade as a ZK validium. [\\[58\\]](#cite-id-fvdnncwdhn9)\n\n> With this acquisition, Polygon Labs continues to lead in ZK research and development, moving the industry from theory to reality over the last few years. - the press release said\n\n## Polygon x Jio\n\nIn April 2025, Polygon announced it was working with telecom giant owned by India’s richest man, Mukesh Ambani - Reliance Jio to integrate blockchain into web services and solve real-world problems for over 450 million users. [\\[60\\]](#cite-id-RaRJJRovyK)\n\nThe duo is adding blockchain-based capabilities to the JioSphere web browser, which would have been expensive, cumbersome and time-consuming via traditional methods.\n\n> “We’re building at an insane pace, onboarding massive partners, and pushing blockchain into the mainstream, but with that growth comes the responsibility to make sure we’re doing it the right way,” Polygon’s co-founder, [Sandeep Nailwal](https://iq.wiki/wiki/sandeep-nailwal), said while discussing Polygon’s India-focused initiatives with [Cointelegraph](https://iq.wiki/wiki/cointelegraph). [\\[60\\]](#cite-id-RaRJJRovyK)\n\nAccording to [Nailwal](https://iq.wiki/wiki/sandeep-nailwal), a one-size-fits-all approach does not work when onboarding 450 million users from India’s diverse population.\n\n> “We’ll be working closely with Jio to develop use cases that truly resonate with their users, and gradually onboard them onto the chain based on these real-world applications,” he added.\n\n## Polygon x Mastercard\n\nOn November 18, 2025, Mastercard announced it had selected Polygon to expand its Mastercard Crypto Credential service to self-custody wallets. The initiative, developed with crypto payment API firm Mercuryo, aims to simplify crypto transactions by replacing complex, lengthy wallet addresses with verified, human-readable usernames. This is intended to lower the barrier for mainstream adoption by making digital asset transfers more intuitive and secure. [\\[65\\]](#cite-id-Dk0NppzYJP5pdZUf) [\\[66\\]](#cite-id-exTCEtnoEgbpDkir) [\\[67\\]](#cite-id-G4ePiuUKoVCeHS6s)​\n\nThe service allows users to create a simple alias tied to their identity after a one-time verification process with Mercuryo. This alias can then be used to send and receive digital assets, eliminating the need to handle long hexadecimal addresses and reducing the risk of errors. As part of the service, users may also mint an optional soulbound token (a non-transferable NFT) on the Polygon network to serve as an on-chain signal of their verified status within the Mastercard Crypto Credential network. Polygon was chosen as the initial blockchain to support this service due to its low transaction fees, high throughput, and reliability, including the finality guarantees provided by its recent upgrades. [\\[65\\]](#cite-id-Dk0NppzYJP5pdZUf) [\\[66\\]](#cite-id-exTCEtnoEgbpDkir)​\n\nRaj Dhamodharan, Mastercard's Executive Vice President of Blockchain & Digital Assets, stated that the collaboration \"makes digital assets more accessible and reinforces Mastercard’s commitment to delivering secure, intuitive, and scalable [blockchain](https://iq.wiki/wiki/blockchain) experiences for consumers worldwide.\" [\\[66\\]](#cite-id-exTCEtnoEgbpDkir)​\n\n## Funding\n\nIn an interview with Mint, [Sandeep Nailwal](https://iq.wiki/wiki/sandeep-nailwal), the co-founder of Polygon, said:\n\n> \"By April 2018, we set up the company and raised some small funds from friends and family and started building the product. That round was just 500,000. After that, we did an initial exchange offering with \\[[Binance](https://iq.wiki/wiki/binance)] - (<https://iq.wiki/wiki/binance>), where we raised $5 million.\" \n\nIn May 2021, a US-based entrepreneur and tech billionaire Mark Cuban invested an unrevealed amount in Polygon. Cuban's website said,\n\n> \"Polygon is the first well-structured, easy-to-use platform for \\[[Ethereum](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ethereum)] - (<https://iq.wiki/wiki/ethereum>) scaling and infrastructure development. Its core component is Polygon SDK, a modular, flexible framework that supports building and connecting Secured Chains like Plasma, Optimistic Rollups, zkRollups, Validium etc and Standalone Chains like Polygon POS, designed for flexibility and independence. Polygon’s scaling solutions have seen widespread adoption with 250+ Dapps, ~76M txns and ~790K unique users.\" \n\nIn February 2022, Polygon raised about $450 million through a private sale of its native MATIC token in a funding round led by Sequoia Capital India with participation from SoftBank Vision Fund 2, [Galaxy Digital](https://iq.wiki/wiki/galaxy-digital), Galaxy Interactive, Tiger Global, Republic Capital and prominent investors like Alan Howard (co-founder, Brevan Howard) and Kevin O’Leary (Mr. Wonderful from ABC's Shark Tank). The funds will allow Polygon to continue investing in cutting-edge zero-knowledge (ZK) technology that will be key to onboarding the next billion users to [Web3](https://iq.wiki/wiki/web3).[\\[15\\]](#cite-id-rm4zaxgwb8)​\n\n[YOUTUBE@VID](0AC31HeJucw)\n\n## Team\n\n* [Jaynti Kanani](https://iq.wiki/wiki/jaynti-kanani) - Co-founder\n* [Sandeep Nailwal](https://iq.wiki/wiki/sandeep-nailwal) - Co-founder\n* [Anurag Arjun](https://iq.wiki/wiki/anurag-arjun) - Co-Founder\n* [Mihailo Bjelic](https://iq.wiki/wiki/mihailo-bjelic) - Co-Founder\n\n## Advisory Board\n\n* Hudson Jameson ([Ethereum](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ethereum) [Foundation](https://iq.wiki/wiki/foundation))\n* [Ryan Sean Adams](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ryan-sean-adams) ([Bankless](https://iq.wiki/wiki/bankless))\n* Anthony Sassano (EthHub)\n* Pete Kim ([Coinbase](https://iq.wiki/wiki/coinbase))\n* John Lilic (ex ConsenSys)","summary":"Polygon is an Ethereum scaling solution utilizing sidechains for off-chain computation and providing 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